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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

Y231 JDVMOT history

Y231 JDV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2026
Mileage
90,153 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 JDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 JDV was last recorded at 90,153 miles on 29 Jan 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,150 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,153 miles
  • 2023 – 83,112 miles
  • 2022 – 78,282 miles
  • 2021 – 72,468 miles
  • 2020 – 70,789 miles
  • 2019 – 65,564 miles
  • 2018 – 62,521 miles
  • 2017 – 60,033 miles
  • 2016 – 57,545 miles
  • 2015 – 54,042 miles
  • 2014 – 49,395 miles
  • 2013 – 46,877 miles
  • 2012 – 44,277 miles
  • 2011 – 41,941 miles
  • 2010 – 38,153 miles
  • 2009 – 32,001 miles
  • 2008 – 31,147 miles
  • 2007 – 30,799 miles
  • 2006 – 29,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,153 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,153 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    90,153 miles
    Test number
    707256942015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail90,150 miles (+7,038)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,150 miles
    Test number
    839522564325
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,112 miles (+4,830)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    83,112 miles
    Test number
    924529364194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass78,282 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,282 miles
    Test number
    392139322309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail78,282 miles (+5,814)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,282 miles
    Test number
    782144943974
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass72,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,468 miles
    Test number
    956771151497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail72,467 miles (+1,678)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,467 miles
    Test number
    171475540075
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,789 miles (+5,225)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    70,789 miles
    Test number
    623684810305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,564 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,564 miles
    Test number
    915595801494
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail65,559 miles (+3,038)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,559 miles
    Test number
    386164280413
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,521 miles (+2,488)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,521 miles
    Test number
    831194090212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,033 miles (+2,488)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,033 miles
    Test number
    899634754083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,545 miles (+3,503)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,545 miles
    Test number
    515448098563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,042 miles (+4,647)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,042 miles
    Test number
    506732985032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,395 miles
    Test number
    368283394071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,395 miles (+2,518)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,395 miles
    Test number
    168800994443
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass46,877 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,877 miles
    Test number
    236060503186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,277 miles (+2,336)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,277 miles
    Test number
    748537302171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,941 miles (+3,788)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,941 miles
    Test number
    409596391046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,153 miles (+6,152)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,153 miles
    Test number
    684075000187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,001 miles (+854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,001 miles
    Test number
    394992319162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass31,147 miles (+348)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,147 miles
    Test number
    131356798414
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

  23. Pass30,799 miles (+1,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,799 miles
    Test number
    802963987048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass29,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,485 miles
    Test number
    520148296089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about Y231 JDV

Does Y231 JDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 JDV expired on 28 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 JDV?
The MOT on Y231 JDV expired on 28 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 JDV done?
Y231 JDV was recorded at 90,153 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2025, an average of 3,225 miles a year.
Has Y231 JDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 JDV has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y231 JDV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y231 JDV find?
Y231 JDV passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive.

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